Markeis is of American origin, derived from the Welsh name Mark, which means 'dedicated to Mars'. The name gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. It has been most commonly used in the southern states and is often associated with African American culture.
The name Markeis has seen a significant increase in popularity between the late 1980s and mid-2000s, with peaks in 1994 (9 births) and 2005 (14 births). However, there's been a decline since the late 2000s, with fewer than 10 births per year from 2007 onwards.